COLFAX, La. (KALB) - The frustration over high water bills took center stage at the Town of Colfax’s regular city council meeting on Nov. 18.

According to the agenda, leaders planned to hear updates from Pan American Engineers, consider loan resolutions, review new ordinances and listen to a presentation from the Louisiana Rural Water Association about billing.

While the council worked through its normal items, most residents came to speak about the water bills.

A few months ago, Colfax switched to a new digital water meter system. Instead of checking meters by hand, workers now drive by and read the meters with a Bluetooth device. Many residents said the numbers on their bills do not match what they are used to seeing.

Town auditor Stephen McKay addressed the concern, telling residen

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